Graduate (Cultural Services)

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Falkirk Council is a council of the future. A community of over 7,000 employees striving to create better lives for all of our residents.

Could you be our next Graduate within our Culture team?

The role is part of the project team that will work on the review and rationalisation of items from the Falkirk Council Museum collection and will involve a combination of archival research, physical management of the objects and assisting with the day-to-day management of the museum stores.

The main duties include:

• Follow the agreed methodology designed for the collections review process
• Undertake provenance research, liaising with subject specialist and external stakeholders where necessary
• Update object histories with results of research on the museum’s collections management system
• Ensure all work is carried out to a high standard
• Repacking objects to improve preservation and for transport
• Undertake a planned programme of integrated pest management and environmental monitoring
• Assist with enquiries that may arise from this work

You will have a passion for collections management and care, and a drive to help shape the accessibility, development and use of the collection. The ability to work independently towards a shared goal is also a vital part of this role.

You will have an HND or above in Museum Studies, History, Archaeology or other recognised relevant subject.

The core skills for all our graduate posts are:

• Good written and oral communication
• Interpersonal
• Organisation
• Project management
• Report writing
• Team working
• Ability to use your initiative and organise your own workload

View our job profile below for more information on what could be your next job.

We strive to create positive change in our community by empowering our people to make a difference. We are a team-oriented, purpose-driven organisation focused on creating positive change. Be a part of something bigger, be part of our future, and come work with us.

We are looking for people who share our values and want to make a real impact in our communities. Our values: Responsive, Innovative, Trusted, and Ambitious (RITA) shape everything we do.

• Responsive: We embrace technology and modern ways of working to deliver services that meet customer needs every day.
• Innovative: We celebrate creativity and learning to inspire new solutions that make Falkirk a great place to live, learn, work, and visit.
• Trusted: We remove barriers and empower people with the skills to lead independent, fulfilling lives.
• Ambitious: We work together to create sustainable services that make a lasting difference.

This role offers hybrid working, allowing employees to work both from home and in Council locations, to support business needs. We promote a balanced approach, ensuring staff have the right environment to collaborate with colleagues while also having the option to work independently when appropriate.

Falkirk Council values diversity and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.

You will enjoy a range of flexible benefits.

This post is temporary until November 2026 due to a temporary project.

For more information contact Niamh Conlon at niamh.conlon@falkirk.gov.uk

Find out what else Falkirk has to offer:

Visit Falkirk: https://www.visitfalkirk.com/

Falkirk Leisure & Culture Website: Falkirk Leisure & Culture Home Page

Helix Park & the Kelpies: Helix Park Falkirk | The Helix